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Nigeria Stallions Unveiled: 2025 Rugby Africa Men’s Sevens Squad Announced by NRFF

Posted : 11 June 2025

The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has officially unveiled the Stallions Sevens squad for the 2025 Rugby Africa Men’s Sevens Tournament, scheduled to take place from June 21–22 at the Labourdonnais Sports Club in Mauritius.

Nigeria will compete against 11 of Africa’s top rugby sevens nations: South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, Tunisia, Zambia, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso, and hosts Mauritius.

The tournament winner will secure a coveted place in the 2025 World Rugby Sevens Challenger Series.

Drawn in Pool B, Nigeria will face South Africa, Burkina Faso, and Zambia in the group stage. The matches on Saturday, June 21 (WAT) are:

  • 7:06 AM – Nigeria vs South Africa
  • 9:28 AM – Nigeria vs Burkina Faso
  • 12:12 PM – Nigeria vs Zambia

Head Coach Steve Lewis expressed optimism about the squad’s form after a rigorous two-month build-up that included participation in the Abeokuta Cup 7s, London Floodlit 7s, Summer Socials, and Manor 7s tournaments. “We’re pleased with the players’ commitment and growth,” Lewis said. “It’s great to have Declan Nwachukwu and Kolade Adedoyin back from injury, and we’re excited about the fresh energy from new call-ups like Joshua Addams, Isa Omale, Tuoyo Egodo, and Akeem Yusuf.”

The 12-man squad blends experience with youthful flair. Veterans like Frederick Henry-Ajudua and Oghenesuvwe Obano provide power and consistency, while captain Kitto Oliver brings leadership and composure on and off the pitch. Final preparations will take place at a pre-tournament camp in London before the team travels to Mauritius.

2025 Stallions Sevens Squad:

  • Isa Omale
  • Matthew Ilube
  • Kolade Adedoyin
  • Gabriel John Etim
  • Joshua Addams
  • Kitto Oliver (Captain)
  • Tuoyo Anthony Egodo
  • Oghenesuvwe Obano
  • Frederick Henry-Ajudua
  • Richard Adeniyi-Jones
  • Declan Nwachukwu
  • Akeem Yusuf

Reserves:

  • Michael Ogunwole
  • John Tobi Anthony
The NRFF thanked the National Sports Commission, sponsors, and fans for their continued support as Nigeria aims to make its mark on the continental and global rugby stage.

 

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